Favorite Melodies in St. Andrew's

There is music whose sound we know before we even know its title. It sticks in our memory from films, car radios, and vinyl records spinning at home during childhood. And when the opening bars of a concert begin—it turns out you remember every single note.

This evening is built entirely from such melodies. "Ave Maria," "The Swan," "Habanera," "Barcarolle," "Czardas," the theme from "Schindler's List," Skoryk's "Melody," "Song about the Towel" ($Pisnya\ pro\ rusnyk$)—fifteen pieces that need no introduction. Every single one is recognizable from the first seconds. Hearing them live is an entirely different experience than listening to a recording. The voice, violin, and cello resonate right beside you, just a few meters away, and a melody familiar since childhood suddenly feels warmer and more alive. It is that wonderful occasion when you are already ready for a classical music concert and can simply enjoy a brilliant performance in a beautiful space.